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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nicotinic acid moiety may cause transient flushing at high concentrations; limited standalone safety dossier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ascorbyl Nicotinate safe in cosmetics?
Nicotinic acid moiety may cause transient flushing at high concentrations; limited standalone safety dossier The EU classifies Ascorbyl Nicotinate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ascorbyl Nicotinate allowed in the EU?
Ascorbyl Nicotinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ascorbyl Nicotinate do in cosmetics?
Ascorbyl Nicotinate functions as: Humectant, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 81489-64-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ascorbyl Nicotinate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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